Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Packing List: Beach Beauty

I leave on Friday morning for Antigua (eek!) and I'm starting to pack my suitcase for my beach getaway. I wanted to share the beauty items I'll be taking along with me and let you know why I love and recommend each product for your next sun-filled vacation! Let me know what you think of my picks and if you have any other recommendations for me in the comments below.

Clarins SPF 30 Sunscreen for face - $32. {one of the only high-protecting facial sunscreens that does not irritate my skin or break me out. I always wear at least 30 on my face and neck - I don't want to be wrinkly later in life!}

Monoi Repairing Hair Mask - $29. {after a long day outside in the sun and sand, I like to use this tropical smelling treatment on my hair to make sure it stays hydrated and healthy.}

Korres Greek Yoghurt After Sun Cooling Gel - $23.50. {this stuff is absolutely amazing after a long day in the sun. keep it in the fridge and slather it all over your body and face for a cool, refreshing alternative to using aloe vera. it helps to seal in moisture and prevent skin from burning!}

Carol's Daughter Gelee de Soleil SPF 15 - $15. {this is the only "tanning oil" I would ever use. once I have a bit of a base tan, I use this to help me tan a bit while still protecting me from the sun. it smells delicious and has lots of great nutrients to keep your skin from drying out.}

Fresh SPF 15 Sugar Lip Balm - $22.50. {it's easy to forget sunscreen on your lips and getting a burn there is sooo painful! I always keep this balm in my bag and reapply throughout the day when I'm outside to protect my delicate lips from the sun.}

Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray - $25. {I leave my blow dryer and curling iron at home when I'm away on a beach vacation! I use this texturizing surf spray to give my long waves a beachy look with almost no maintenance. just spray, air dry and go!}

Wish I had known about Fresh's Sugar Lip Balm a week ago :( I just came home from the beach with my first lip sunburn ever! What I was using did not work... and this is not an attractive look for the office. Happy Tuesday! www.olivedoesthecity.com